CORNING UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

(Special Education Mild/Moderate)

DEPARTMENT:      INSTRUCTIONAL

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Establish standards, as set forth by the state, of expected student progress in each area of study and techniques for their assessment.
• Teaches content and skills in the courses, subjects agreed upon, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Trustees.
• Instruct students in citizenship, basic communication skills and other general elements of the course of study specified by state law and the administrative policies and regulations of the school district.
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aides and supplies, as funds are available and maintains required inventory records.
• Provides planned learning experiences and develops instructional materials in order to motivate students and best utilize the available time for each individual student.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.  A pleasant and positive attitude shall be maintained in order to foster student feelings of dignity, pride and self worth.
• Evaluates student performance, keeps appropriate records, prepares progress reports and communicates with parents when deemed necessary by the teacher on individual student progress and interpreting the school program.
• Identifies student’s needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the District and/or self selected professional growth activities.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities as agreed upon in performance contract.  Such as:  clubs and class advisor, chaperone, campus supervision and other student activities.
• Administers tests in accordance with District testing program.
• Participates in standards based curriculum as set forth by the state and participates in other developmental programs within the school of assignment and/or on a District, county level.
• May assist in providing social/emotional outreach information to students, refer to outside counseling services as needed, attend meetings and coordinate with other staff members on students’ health issues, and other related activities as needed.
• Provides direct personal care such as but not limited to: diapering, toileting, mobility support. 
• Plans and coordinates the work of student teachers, aides, teacher assistants, and other para-professionals when used. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Credential:  Meet State (legal) requirements.
• Mild/Moderate authorization required
• Autism Authorization required
• Highly Qualified in mathematics preferred
• Education:  Bachelor’s Degree and all courses needed to meet credential requirements.
• Experience:  Practice teaching or full-time teaching experience.
• Ability to work with students and motivate them to perform up to their potential
• Ability to contribute to a team effort to educated Corning High School students in a positive educational environment
• Qualification and ability to be versatile in a teaching assignment
• Ability, experience, and willingness to be involved in after school activities

ABILITY TO:

• Use English properly, including spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Work with and maintain integrity of confidential materials.
• Be multi-tasked and meet deadlines.
• Communicate well with students, parents, teachers, and community.
• Work well with people such as teachers and school staff.
• Work with little supervision.
• Utilize excellent verbal ability to communicate directly to students and counselors and to lead workshops or speak to a group.
• Utilize interpersonal skills such as tact, patience, and courtesy.

SALARY:

Present salary based on 182 days of service, entry level from $41, 464.00 to $55,640.00, depending on experience.  District contributes toward family medical, dental, and vision plans.

APPLICANT PROCEDURE:

Qualified applicants are invited to file an immediate application including a letter of application, resume and letters of recommendation. Address applications to John Burch, Superintendent, Attn: Jessica Marquez, Admin. Ass’t, Corning Union High School District Office, 643 Blackburn Ave. Corning, CA 96021. Application deadline: December 3, 2015 @ 3:00 pm. 

District reserves the right to fill the position as soon as a well-qualified applicant is identified or to extend the deadline if suitable candidate has not been found.